Patrolman Fred Guffey, Alcoa Police Department, Tennessee

Patrolman Fred Guffey

Alcoa Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Sunday, August 31, 1952

Fred Guffey

Patrolman Guffey was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man for possessing illegal whiskey. A scuffle ensued between Patrolman Guffey and the suspect. The suspect was able to gain control of the officers weapon. The suspect fired two shots, one of which stuck and killed Patrolman Guffey.

The suspect fled the scene and was apprehended the next day by an extensive manhunt.

Patrolman Guffey was a WWII veteran of the U.S. Army. He had served with the Alcoa Police Department for 11 months. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 33
Tour 11 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Apprehended

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Patrolman Fred Guffey will never ever be forgotten. His service to the State of Tennessee and to the city of Alcoa will always be appreciated. May his soul rest in Heaven, and may God bless his family.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb (Retired)
New York State Police

April 11, 2018